Dan Goldman on DOJ Investigation, Trump's DOJ Use, and NYC Mayor Race

House Judiciary Investigation into Federal Prosecutor Ouster

• 🔍 Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee are launching an investigation into the ouster of former US Attorney Eric Sabbert.
• 🎯 The investigation aims to determine Donald Trump's motivation for forcing Sabbert to resign, particularly his alleged refusal to bring unsupported criminal charges.
• 🏛️ Concerns are raised that Trump may be using the Department of Justice for personal revenge and retribution against political enemies.

Subpoena Power and DOJ Cooperation

• 🚫 The committee lacks subpoena power unless Republicans agree, highlighting reliance on the Department of Justice's cooperation.
• ⚖️ Congressman Goldman argues that Trump's actions, including the indictment of James Comey, demonstrate a betrayal of promises to not politicize the DOJ.

False Equivalency and DOJ Weaponization Claims

• ❌ Goldman refutes claims that the DOJ was weaponized against Trump, calling it a blatant false equivalency.
• 📊 He asserts there is no evidence of political animus in cases brought by the special counsel, unlike Trump's alleged actions.
• 👨‍⚖️ Biden's administration is contrasted with Trump's, noting Biden did not intervene to stop his own son's indictment.

NYC Mayoral Race and Jewish Community Concerns

• 💬 Congressman Goldman has had conversations with NYC mayoral candidate Zoran Mandami regarding shared principles and goals.
• ⚠️ He has expressed concerns about concrete steps to ensure safety for Jewish New Yorkers, citing a rise in anti-semitic hate crimes and violence.
• 🙏 Goldman hopes for continued dialogue to address these legitimate fears and ensure security for all New Yorkers.